President Spaulding announces retirement

MVNU’s 63rd Commencement, on May 6, will be the final duty as president for Dr. Henry W. Spaulding II. The University’s 7th president announced in February his desire to retire after sending off the Class of 2023.

“It has been the great joy and honor of my life to serve as President of MVNU, and especially to serve with the trustees. Their wisdom and support have given me strength to help lead this University. I will always have a special place in my heart for MVNU and for the traditions and doctrinal/moral convictions of MVNU,” he said.

In 2012, after serving in a variety of roles and positions during his 30 years in higher education, Dr. Spaulding was elected President of MVNU. Since then, he has shepherded the University through a comprehensive General Education revision, directing the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s 10-year reauthorization process, spearheaded efforts which led to the achievement of a Level II designation from the Higher Learning Commission for MVNU’s online academic programs, and oversaw the 10-year reaffirmation of

During his tenure, the University has expanded its undergraduate and graduate program offerings and seen campus expansion including the completion of Ariel Arena, the Grand Hotel, the Stephen W. Nease Center for engineering, South Main Plaza, the CH4 Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium, and the Center for Student Success, just to name a few.

The Board of Trustees will be organizing plans to honor Dr. Spaulding and recognize his contributions to the University and the greater MVNU Community. More information will be